Facilities

Irene B. French Community Center

Features

Overview

Located in a renovated, historic school building, the Irene B. French Community Center is a 33,000 square foot facility and the home of the majority of the Merriam Parks and Recreation programs.

The facility also provides space for the Johnson County Nutrition Program Congregate meal Site, which is also known as the Senior Citizen hot lunch program.

Room Rental

Facility rooms are for rental to host your reception, party, meeting, or seminar. Rental rates vary, depending upon the size of the room, and are available for Merriam residents, non-residents, and commercial groups. Get a copy of our rental brochure here.

Facility Amenities

Art gallery

Commercially equipped kitchen

Conference room

Dance studio with wood floor, mirrors, and ballet barre

Fitness center with cardiovascular and strength training equipment

Game room with pool table, foosball, ping-pong, and big screen television